JRNL 520Z Journalism Research in Practice

Course overview

This course will provide graduate journalism students with a foundation in scholarly research in Journalism Studies. It integrates theory with practice, as well as case studies, to provide students with the knowledge and expertise they need to critically engage with the circumstances, challenges, and opportunities of present-day journalism. The topics addressed include an introduction to research and referencing, writing a literature review, discussions on various scholarly approaches such as qualitative, quantitative and critical studies, and social action research. The course will enhance the capacity of students to analyse, interpret and integrate scholarly findings into their work, advancing an understanding of the role and relationship between journalistic research and practice.

Special Note

This elective is open to both 1st and 2nd year students. However, this course is mandatory if you are planning to do an Academic Thesis or Final Research Project in your last year.